Aruba 203R Series User Manual

Aruba 203R Series Wireless Access Points
Installation Guide
AP-203R-IG-02 | August 2017 1
Aruba 203R Series remote access points (203R and 203RP) are high-performance flex-radio wireless devices for
hospitality and branch deployments.
These access points contain a dual band 802.11ac flex-radio and Ethernet ports to provide secure Wi-Fi. The
wired Ethernet ports located on the back of this access point allow users to connect directly to the device when
linked by an Ethernet cable.
 IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac operation as a wireless access point
 IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac operation as a wireless air monitor
 Compatibility with IEEE 802.3 af PoE-out (E2 port) (Aruba 203RP only)
 Central management configuration
 Support for selected USB peripherals
 Integrated Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) radio
Package Contents
The following materials are included with this product:
 Aruba 203R Series access point
 Snap-on back cover
Hardware Overview
The following sections outline the hardware components of the 203R Series access point.
Figure 1 Aruba 203R Series (front view)
Inform your supplier if there are any incorrect, missing, or damaged parts. If possible, retain the carton, including
the original packing materials. Use these materials to repack and return the unit to the supplier if needed.
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E2

Aruba 203R Series Specifications

General

Category	Wireless Access Point
Wi-Fi Standards	802.11a/b/g/n/ac
Power over Ethernet	802.3af PoE
Model	203R Series
Frequency Bands	2.4 GHz, 5 GHz
MIMO	2x2
Mounting	Wall
Operating Temperature	0°C to 40°C
Antenna	Integrated

Summary

LED Indicators

System Status LED

Details the meanings of different colors and states for the System Status LED on the access point.

Radio Status LED

Explains the operational modes indicated by the Radio Status LED on the access point.

Network Status LEDs

Network Status (E1) LED

Describes the Network Status LED for the E1 wired Ethernet port.

Network/PSE Status (E2) LED

Details the Network/PSE Status LED for the E2 port, including PoE-out.

Ports and Connectors

Console Port Details

Ethernet Port Specifications

Describes the active Ethernet ports (E0-E2), their capabilities, and PoE-out support.

Device Features and Power

Push Button Operations

Power Requirements

Installation Guidance

Identifying RF Interference Sources

Lists common RF absorbers, reflectors, and interference sources to consider during installation.

Access Point Installation Steps

Provides step-by-step instructions for mounting the access point, including wall mounting.

Post-Installation and Specifications

Verifying Post-Installation Connectivity

Environmental and Electrical Specifications